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AMC1 BFCL.445; BFCL.460  FE(B) certificate – Assessment of competence; FE(B) certificate – Validity, revalidation and renewal

ED Decision 2020/003/R

QUALIFICATION OF SENIOR EXAMINERS

(a)     A senior examiner specifically tasked by the competent authority to observe skill tests or proficiency checks for the revalidation of examiner certificates should:

(1)     hold a valid or current examiner certificate appropriate to the privileges being granted;

(2)     have examiner experience of a level acceptable to the competent authority; and

(3)     have conducted a number of skill tests or proficiency checks as an FE(B).

(b)     The competent authority may conduct a pre-assessment of the applicant or candidate carrying out a skill test and proficiency check under the supervision of an inspector of the competent authority.

(c)      Applicants should be required to attend a senior examiner briefing, course or seminar arranged by the competent authority. The content and duration will be determined by the competent authority and should include:

(1)     pre-course self-study;

(2)     legislation;

(3)     the role of the senior examiner; 

(4)     an examiner assessment; and

(5)     national administrative requirements.

(d)     The validity of the authorisation should not exceed the validity of the examiner’s certificate, and in any case should not exceed 5 years. The authorisation may be revalidated in accordance with procedures established by the competent authority.